Welcome to the Art Department
About the Department
Staff: Mrs Ireland (Principal Teacher BGE S1-3)
Mrs Gilmartin
Curriculum Information
S1-S3 Broad General Education
The purpose of the Course is to provide a broad practical experience of art and design practice and related knowledge and understanding. The Course encourages learners to experiment with and use a variety of art and design materials, techniques and/or technology. The Course offers learners opportunities to develop their practical skills at a basic level by communicating their thoughts and ideas when creating expressive and design work.
Senior Phase
Throughout the National courses students will experience a range of creative art forms. They will explore and express personal thoughts and ideas through creative works.
Students will study a range of Artists and Mediums such as;
Steven Brown, Robert Burns, Ocean themes, Colour theory, Water colours, WW1 art, Film / Media Props, Paints, Paint Pouring, Abstract Art, Mondrian, Pastels, Oil pastels and Murals.
Progression Pathways in Art
Please click here to see the curricular progression pathways in Art.
N1 Practical Activities
N2 Creative Arts
N3 Art and Design
PDA – Practical Development Award SCFQ 3/4
